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Although she’s a professional opera singer who has sung nationwide, movement, fitness, and health have always played an important part of Abla Hamza’s life. While pursuing a degree in music from the University of North Texas, she completed an AFAA certification and began teaching group fitness. Abla soon realized that she wanted to teach a method that was more mind/body oriented, so she received her first Pilates mat certification through Power Pilates in Dallas, where she taught until 2006. After moving to Philadelphia in 2007 to pursue her singing career, Abla completed her Intermediate Mat certificate with Power Pilates. Excited to see the benefits of better posture, strength, and overall fitness, she then completed a 600 hr. Comprehensive Power Pilates (Equipment) Certification at Urbanfront Pilates in 2011, as well as a certificate with the Pilates Method Alliance in 2013. She now teaches in the Los Angeles area and enjoys the challenge of a variety of clients ranging from athletes and performers to pregnant clients to clients recovering from injuries. Abla’s teaching style is encouraging and invigorating, and her motto is “You are stronger than you know.”

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Although Ramell Taylor has only been in the health and fitness industry professionally for about five years, health and fitness has always been a big part of his life. Ramell played basketball professionally overseas for a year before becoming a youth basketball coach and trainer. His experience conditioning young athletes showed him first-hand how important it is to cross-train off the court using Pilates techniques and plyometrics. Having since moved into personal training, Ramell's passion is working one-on-one with promising youth athletes, as well as helping motivated adults reach their fitness goals. He continues to influence others to adopt diverse training regimens that bring balance into their fitness lifestyles.

Jasmine Adele has been a Pilates instructor in Orange County for 10 years. Through her private and group class training, she shares her knowledge of Pilates, health, and wellness with her clients of all fitness levels and backgrounds. After sustaining a significant knee injury while performing as a nationally-competitive teen dancer, Jasmine turned to Pilates. Not only did Pilates completely rehabilitate her knee unlike anything else, but it also set her up to be fit, more body aware, and stronger than she could have ever imagined. Jasmine received her B.A. degrees in Dance Performance and Sociology from the University of California, Irvine. She is educated in multiple forms of fitness and holds several certifications that include an Advanced certification in the Classical Pilates Method, a Pre- and Post-Natal certification from the Center for Women's Fitness, Bodhi certification from Balanced Body, and her CPT from the National Personal Training Institute. Jasmine believes that Pilates is truly a great way to give your body the mental and physical nourishment you need to live a happier and healthier life.

Adam McAtee was raised in Southern California and grew up playing a wide variety of sports. He was introduced to Pilates at the age of 20 while suffering through chronic lower back pain. Pilates has alleviated his back pain while enhancing his strength, flexibility, posture, and most of all, his body awareness. Shortly after being introduced to the Pilates Method, he earned his Certification in 2009. Adam has worked with an array of students ranging from the average individual looking to tone their muscles to students with severe illnesses. His passion for human movement drove him to seek deeper knowledge. He is now currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology Exercise Science at Cal State University of Long Beach, from which he is set to graduate in 2019. Not only does Adam enjoy sharing his biomechanical knowledge with his students, but he aims to shift their perspective on movement with his light-hearted and caring manner. You’ll often hear Adam encouraging and challenging his classes with messages such as “Exercises don’t get easier, but you have the opportunity to get better at exercises.”

Josh Phelan is a Life Changer (also known as a TRX / Group Exercise Coach) who has worked with busy professionals, CEOs, & professional athletes, to help them close the gap between where they are and where they want to be. Josh has worked with 5.11 Tactical for the past four years providing TRX classes onsite for their employees. He has also provided the OC Fair & Event Center with a corporate wellness program for their employees through his business Out of Bounds Training. He holds two nationally recognized certifications through NASM & WITS along with other certifications and has over ten years of experience in the fitness industry. His company, Out of Bounds Training, won Best Bootcamp in Orange County twice. Josh Phelan has received best Group Exercise Coach in Orange County as well. He has mastered the fundamentals of coaching clients to be their best. He now helps them to develop life-long habits to positively shift the trajectory of their lives through ongoing motivation, accountability, and education.

Katie Mann is a mother of two young boys with over 18 years in the fitness and wellness industry. Starting out her career as an exercise physiology graduate of Ithaca College, she continued to rack up certifications in Personal Training, Pilates, Spinning, Peri-natal Fitness and Functional Movement specialties over the years. Seven years ago, she started as a trainer at one of the first ever Club Pilates studios, and now owns and operates four locations in the San Diego area. She uses all the tools from her varied fitness background to give clients the maximum benefits in the shortest amount of time... because, as she says, "Every momma has to be efficient to get their workouts in daily!"

Robyn is an accomplished and multi-talented dancer, choreographer, Pilates, TRX and Yoga Instructor, as well as Magician’s Assistant, who has spent her life following her passions. Robyn received her BFA degree in Dance Performance from University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA. Robyn began her Pilates training in 2007 and has been certified through Balanced Body University on all apparatuses. In 2009, Robyn was honored to instruct Pilates on Michael Jackson's final tour in preparation for the King of Pop's "This Is It!" She is currently thrilled to be able to share her passion for movement and baseball by instructing and strengthening the LA Dodgers Major League Baseball team. Robyn believes: “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.”

Use gravity to gently stretch the body to create better posture. This videos is perfect for your "recovery" day.
Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This general information is not intended to diagnose any medical condition or to replace your healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate exercise prescription. If you experience any pain or difficulty with these exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider. You should be in good physical condition and be able to participate in the exercise. You should understand that when participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself.

Enjoy Pilates mat exercises in the comfort of your home, designed to improve your posture.
Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This general information is not intended to diagnose any medical condition or to replace your healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate exercise prescription. If you experience any pain or difficulty with these exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider. You should be in good physical condition and be able to participate in the exercise. You should understand that when participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself.

Matthew Comer grew up in rural Virginia and started his career as a dancer in New York City, where he cut his teeth as an exercise instructor. He’s been practicing Pilates for 19 years and been teaching for 18 years, which has led him to become one of the Master Trainers at Club Pilates. He prides himself on teaching non-fad, skill-based and fun science exercise that yields results which can be directly applied to everyday living. Integration of functional fitness, injury prevention and adaptive exercise are all areas that encompass his fitness sessions. He’s motivated to bring Pilates to the masses just as Joseph Pilates was. Matthew's motto? "ALL movement is restorative."

Gina was born in Northern California but migrated down to sunny San Diego where she has lived for over 20 years. She was introduced to Club Pilates in 2011, while searching for a workout that complemented her marathon training. One of her favorite quotes is "If you get a chance, take it. If it changes your life, let it." She really lived by this quote when she discovered the Club Pilates instructor certification program. Gina completed her certification in 2013 and is grateful for all the wonderful changes it brought to her life. As an instructor, she loves it when a client has an "ah-ha" moment in class, knowing she has made a difference in their daily Pilates practice. When not in the studio, she loves to travel with her family and spend time outdoors.